CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
5515 E FOWLER AVE, Temple Terrace FL 33617 · 813.989.3898
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in cooler. Employee removed water.
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water bottle above the prep line. Manager removed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on the cook line. Manager removed.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the prep line.
Dec 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in the kitchen missing grout in the dishwashing area. Observed cracked floor tiles by the doors next to the bar area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop being stored on a metal rack that had black mold-like substance on and around it.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled with no labels.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed a melted plastic spatula being used to stir food. Observed several cutting boards on the cook line and prep table with cut marks throughout it.
Oct 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved
Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Oct 3, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pitcher in the handwashing sink on the cook line. Employee removed item.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled in an ice bath. Manager stated that their sauces and soups are placed in the zip-tied bags during the chilling and re-heating process but are not held in the bags for more than a few hours. They are placed in metal containers during refrigeration storage, then replaced into zip-tied bags for re-heating.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet containers on the drying rack. Educated manager on proper drying procedures.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in the kitchen missing grout in the dishwashing area. Observed cracked floor tiles by the doors next to the bar area.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop being stored on a metal rack that had black mold-like substance on and around it.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on dishes on the clean dish drying rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed zip-tied bags of marinara sauce being chilled with no labels.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed a melted plastic spatula being used to stir food. Observed several cutting boards on the cook line and prep table with cut marks throughout it.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed 2 wet soiled towels on a prep table. Manager removed towels.
Aug 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved
Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operator failed to comply with a Stop Sale Notice. Food for which Stop Sale Notice issued continues to be prepared for service/served to the public. Observed 1 bag of campagnolo made 8/19 7:28pm 1 bag of pomordoro made 8/19 7:27pm 20 bags of chicken soup made 8/17 7:42pm held longer then 48 hours. Observed 4 bags of soup 2 chicken 1 minestrone, 1 lentil soup lacking labels in alto sham Observed 1 pan of prepped stuffed mushrooms tempting at 50 f 2 raw steaks at 45f
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed roasted tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); pork and beef meatballs. (56F - Cold Holding); Parmesan (55F - Cold Holding); salami (56F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken ricotta (55F - Cold Holding); raw squid (37F - Cold Holding); Parmesan (57F - Cold Holding); Romano cheese (58F - Cold Holding); sliced mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); pasta salad (51F - Cold Holding); butter (52F - Cold Holding); tomato cream sauce (53F - Cold Holding); bleu cheese (56F - Cold Holding); garlic aoli (57F - Cold Holding); red pepper sauce (58F - Cold Holding) Manager stated the breaker tripped and started to ice unit down.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed middle hand sink was disconnected. Manager stated they no longer use that sink, and need to update plans to get approved
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a lettuce spinner blocking the Hand sink. Manager moved
Middle hand sink on cook line was fully disconnected, operator stated they no longer use sink. Two additional table top cold holding units added to cook line. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator conducting cook chill of soups and sauces on site, and holding in zip tied bags longer than 48 hours.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed 4 bags of soup 2 chicken 1 minestrone, 1 lentil soup lacking labels in alto sham
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers on dish drying rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on clean pans in dish area.
Stored food not covered. Observed an open ice cream container with no lid in walk in cooler. Manager covered ice cream
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed 1 bag of campagnolo made 8/19 7:28pm 1 bag of pomordoro made 8/19 7:27pm 20 bags of chicken soup made 8/17 7:42pm held longer then 48 hours.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 18, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw veal stored under raw chicken. Operator removed the veal and placed in a separate location.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with dishes stored in hand sink next to three compartment sink. Manager removed the container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots with accumulated water next to three compartment sink. Manager flipped pots over.
Dead roaches on premises. 16 dead roaches next to gas stove in prep area on floor. 3 dead roaches under prep sink on floor. Manager had area floor cleaned and sanitized.
Aug 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. No backflow prevention on mop sink splitter.
Aug 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. broccoli (57F) cold holding;mushrooms (55F - Cold Holding); pasta (59F - Cold Holding); cut spinach (59F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler cooks line Tomatoes temperature at 49F. Manager discarded, ng); pasta (59F - Cold Holding); cut spinach (59F - Cold Holding); Beef (50F); Beef (50F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); goat cheese (62F - Cold Holding); Food items in cooler for approximately 30 mins. Manager placed ice on food and retempt at 41f 45 mins later. cooler on cooks line- items in cooler over night (exceeded 4 hrs). stop sale issued for the following items: broccoli (57F) cold holding;mushrooms (55F - Cold Holding); pasta (59F - Cold Holding); cut spinach (59F - Cold Holding).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink in kitchen near walk in cooler/freezer. Manager provided paper towels.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. No backflow prevention on mop sink splitter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pots in dish area not inverted during drying. The had accumulated water inside.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed two sanitizer buckets with no sanitizer. Manager had employee place sanitizer in the buckets.
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